Take a wander around Earl’s Hill, Shropshire Wildlife Trust’s first nature reserve and explore the hill known as the Sleeping[…]
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The Stiperstones
Experience the drama of this wild and atmospheric Welsh Border landscape that attracts the Devil, Wild Edric’s ghost and lightning!
Read moreAlcock Tarn
Simon Whaley investigates Wainwright’s ‘dreary’ tarn.
Read moreExplore Turner’s World
Step back in time to roam beautiful ruins immortalised two centuries ago by the great Romantic painter JMW Turner.
Read moreA Treasure Hunt in Tenby
Simon Whaley goes looking for a hidden gem in this Welsh fishing town … “Sorry, all boat trips to[…]
Read moreIt Rains … Get Over It!
When travelling to the Cumbrian Lake District you should always keep one eye on the weather … There are[…]
Read moreHayeswater
It was a calm, late autumnal day, when I arrived at what the Rough Guide to the Lake District calls[…]
Read moreTeetering on Titterstone
The January 2014 issue of Country Walking magazine (out now) includes my 5.5-mile walk around Titterstone Clee Hill. Make sure[…]
Read moreSwirling Around Coniston
Simon Whaley savours the views from this Coniston classic.
Read moreLoweswater Loop
A sedate circuit, perfect for contemplation, says Simon Whaley.
Read moreThe River Colwyn
Captivated by a riverside spot in the heart of Snowdonia, Simon Whaley returns the following morning to photograph the location[…]
Read moreWhat I Miss – Unlocked Churches
Slow Journey County: Shropshire Slow Journey Destination: Langley Chapel, near Acton Burnell Slow Journey Distance Travelled: About 5 metres:[…]
Read more48 Hours in the Shropshire Hills
Check out the September 2013 issue of Country Walking magazine: Now is the perfect time to explore the Shropshire Hills[…]
Read moreNature’s Gallery
Slow Journey County: Gloucestershire Slow Journey Destination: Beechenhurst Inclosure, near Broadwell Slow Journey Distance Travelled: 3 ½ miles If you[…]
Read moreConquer Caerleon
Explore the extensive remains of one of the most important Roman military sites in Europe …
Read moreSolvitur Ambulando
Slow Journey County: Cumbria Slow Journey Destination: Loweswater Slow Journey Distance Travelled: 3 ¾ miles A chance encounter with the[…]
Read moreMy Crap Holiday
The Observer: If Michael Palin could circumnavigate the world, who could possibly stop Simon Whaley circumnavigating the Isle of Wight?
Read moreThe Long, Long Mynd Hike
Trek and Mountain magazine: A challenging UK 24-hour hillwalk doesn’t have to be based in a national park. Simon Whaley[…]
Read moreThe Miracle on the Mynd
BBC Countryfile magazine The astonishing survival, despite the fury of the elements, of one very determined Reverend …
Read moreHighland Ways
Outdoor Pursuits magazine Simon Whaley takes a wander along one of Scotland’s popular walking routes and steps back in time[…]
Read moreHay Fever
Holiday Cottages magazine Online book buying is booming, but for many the magic of browsing packed and dusty shelves endures[…]
Read moreNational Treasures
Country & Border Life In the year Wales’ national parks celebrate their 50th birthday, Simon Whaley walks through history and[…]
Read moreLove on the Rocks
Slow Journey County: Anglesey Slow Journey Destination: Llanddwyn Island, Newborough Slow Journey Distance Travelled: 3 ½ miles The love of lore[…]
Read moreWell I’ll Be Fogbow-led Over!
Cumbria: A new weather condition requires a new word for the day …
Read moreHistory in Black and White
Discover Britain: The English county of Herefordshire is home to a string of villages with rows of beautiful black and[…]
Read moreSkylarks and Seismic Shifts
Country Walking: Discover big views, tranquil hollows,ancient rocks, wild horses and avian choirs on the slopes of England’s long mountain[…]
Read moreBBC Countryfile magazine – August 2012
The August 2012 issue of BBC Countryfile magazine is out now, featuring my piece about the Roman remains and museums[…]
Read moreStrutting My Stuff!
Well, the July 2012 issue of Country Walking has hit the shops and includes the feature by Rachel Broomhead about[…]
Read moreBritish Heritage March 2012 Issue
The March 2012 issue of the American publication, British Heritage, contains a 1200-word, illustrated feature entitled Uncommon Waters. It looks[…]
Read moreWhat Lies Beneath
Slow Journey County: Powys Slow Journey Destination: Llangorse Lake Slow Journey Distance Travelled: 3 miles A January mist swims across[…]
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